Serving 32 students in grades 1-12, Valley Center School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Center School's student population of 32 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Center School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Center School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
50%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
31%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Center School's ranking?
Valley Center School is ranked #1480 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Center School?
The graduation rate of Valley Center School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Valley Center School?
32 students attend Valley Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Valley Center School students are White, 31% of students are Two or more races, and 19% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Center School?
Valley Center School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Center School offer ?
Valley Center School offers enrollment in grades 1-12
What school district is Valley Center School part of?
Valley Center School is part of Kalamazoo RESA School District.
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